Senior Research Administrator – Grants & Contracts

University of California San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California San Diego is seeking a Research Administrator 3 in the Astronomy and Astrophysics department to manage complex contract and grant activities, including pre-award proposals, post-award administration, and multi‑investigator awards.

This career position requires expert knowledge of sponsor rules, compliance, budgeting, and financial reporting, with the ability to lead colleagues and coordinate cross‑unit collaborations to support cutting‑edge research.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of research administration guidelines and sponsor policies.
• Ability to perform complex financial analysis and reporting.
• Experience with proposals, awards, and sub-awards in a university setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee research proposals, awards, and contracts.
• Monitor compliance with sponsor terms and institutional policies.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and financial reports for portfolios.

Skills

Research administration

Budget & financial analysis

Proposal development

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder communication

Job description

The University of California San Diego is seeking a Research Administrator 3 in the Astronomy and Astrophysics department to manage complex contract and grant activities, including pre-award proposals, post-award administration, and multi‑investigator awards.

This career position requires expert knowledge of sponsor rules, compliance, budgeting, and financial reporting, with the ability to lead colleagues and coordinate cross‑unit collaborations to support cutting‑edge research.